Human Resources Manager salary in San Jose Sunnyvale Santa Clara, CA

How much does a Human Resources Manager make in San Jose Sunnyvale Santa Clara, CA?

Median base salary

Government data

$268,961

Median $268,961
Low $152,488High $485,450

Based on 2,800 workers surveyed from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA (updated July 31, 2026).

Adjusted up 22% for senior-level roles, because this occupation's wage data is published for all experience levels combined.

Salary range

10th percentile
$152,488
25th percentile
$205,607
75th percentile
$375,101
90th percentile
$485,450

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (public domain). Occupation taxonomy: O*NET (CC BY 4.0), U.S. Department of Labor/ETA.

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